(Claire's pov)Jonathan laughed, I suddenly felt stupid, why was he laughing, I wasn't lying about his girlfriend."It's not funny," I said annoyed"Oh, But it is, You thought I was dating Tracy," he asked, his eyes sparkling with each word. "You think, I will bring myself to sleep with Tracy"I said nothing avoiding his stares, why was he sounding like I was accusing him? "I don't know Jonathan, is it not you?"The room was quiet as we both sat there, I stood up, feeling uncomfortable as I walked towards my desk.Jonathan grabbed me by the hand and pulled me down to his lap. His hand was placed on my waist."W-what are you doing" I stammered"What? We are just having a nice conversation, are you thinking about something else Claire" he spoke.Jonathan's voice sends a wave of electricity through my body as I lock eyes with him. What was I doing, I couldn't drag myself into this situation with Jonathan again."I miss you a lot Claire, I sincerely miss you a lot," Jonathan spoke, placin
(Jonathan's POV)Matthew's eyes flicker, he stares at the files in front of him, and his eyes widen."W-Where did you get this, you invaded my privacy, does Claire know about this" he questioned."You want her to find out about the truth, Are you that sure, do you think she can handle it." I leaned back, watching his expression go from scared to confused."Why are you doing this, what do you want" He asked.I laughed, trying to hide my satisfaction. "Your wife ruined me, she destroyed everything I worked hard for, and now you want to ruin Claire."He said nothing not expecting my answer, his fist clutched tight as he tried to endure the humiliation."We want to keep this as quiet as it is, no problem, but here are my conditions, stay away from Claire and put this bar under her name, how dare you use her apartment as collateral, you greedy and wicked bastard," I said in anger."Am not scared of you, how dare you make unreasonable terms and conditions, you should be careful about how yo
(Claire's pov)I took a full gulp at the glass of whiskey in my hand. My head spinning but there was no stopping now."How dare she, she had the guts to walk into my office and sprout rubbish," I said, clenching my glass so hard."Calm down, at this point, you are going to shatter the glass," Mia said, rubbing my back gently."She had the nerve to tell me to stay away from Jonathan like she owns him, is she foolish or what" I laughed, biting my lower lips harder."You said you met her and Jonathan in his hotel room alone, who knows maybe something might be going on" Mia added, her eyes sincere.There was no way Jonathan was sleeping with her, what am I saying, how could I blindly say that, he might be who knows?"I don't care, what Jonathan and I had was just flings and nothing more" I managed to say trying to hide how disappointed I was at Jonathan.Tracy was not to be trusted, I still remember the last words she said to me that day.(Three weeks after the divorce:)"Who did you say
(Jonathan's POV)"Who has been arrested" I questioned again, trying to understand Calvin's words at the other end of the line."The Trainee has been arrested" He repeated, this was more than I expected, I thought her arrest might take time since she went into hiding."How did you guys catch her" I asked curious."Well, Miss Jessy was caught with hard drugs and a knife stained with blood on her way to the train station" Calvin explained."It wasn't too long before the cops suspected something, she also had a gun and shot two people who are currently in the hospital" he continued.I was shocked by the news. Jessy had gone completely off the rails. I couldn't believe she had resorted to such dangerous and criminal behavior. I knew she was desperate, but this was beyond anything I could have imagined.I was grateful she was out of STAR ENT. Before such an incident, this could have badly ruined My company's image.I have to call Tracy and ask her to deny all association with Jessy if the r
(Claire’s pov)I brush my fingers against my lips, My eyes sparkle as memories flood in from last night with Jonathan.“Mummy” Tina called out Slowly I turned to face her, and a warm smile appeared on the corner of my lips. “Yes sweetheart”“We are having a daughter and father day tomorrow at school, so….” Tina stammered as she tried to explain I watch her play with the hems of her gown, my brows arch. “You want him to be there?” I questioned.Tiara nodded, “I thought you guys were angry with him,” I asked Tina.Tina dropped her crayon on her coloring book and faced me. “We are also angry with you mummy, you lied to us, Mummy is not supposed to lie to their children” Tina yells.“Mrs. Golden said It's Bad to lie” Tiara chipped in.I sat there stunned at their words, My mom walked downstairs, a satisfying smile on her face.“At least you heard it from them, lying is bad” My mom chipped in walking towards the kitchen to join Joy.“Thanks Mom, but you had a hand in it” I said,“Looking
(10 years ago)(Tracy’s Pov)“Where is the document I asked for Tracy?” Claire's voice called out from her office. But that wasn't what stole my attention, He did, there he stood, all dressed in that perfectly tailored suit.That brown hair and green eyes were so alluring. I felt numb, Grabbing hold of the printer machine for support. “By the heavens, Is that a Greek god, maybe the brother of Eros, God of love?” A co-worker of mine said as she stood beside Me.I turned to stare at her, she couldn't be more wrong. How can a man be so perfect and alluring at the same time?Curious to know who he was and why he was there, I walked towards where he stood talking to Mr. Franklin the manager.“Mr Franklin” I called out.Mr. Franklin turned to face me, “yes can I help you Tracy” he asked in an irritated tone, he was never a happy person.I smiled, taking in his rudeness, “I was thinking if there might be anything I can help you with” I chipped in.He raised a brow, confused. “Aren't you bu
(Jonathan’s POV)Claire has been avoiding me for days now and so are the girls. I guess they are still angry about the father-and-daughter stuff.I had left gifts with Claire hoping it would make amends for my actions.I sat quietly in the plane, my eyes scanning the magazine in my hand.I needed to speak to Tracy, there are so many things left unsaid with her. Confusing her and making her think there was a chance was never my intention.But she went over to see Claire, threatening her, she had gone too far. I know I have much to lose if I fire her from STAR ENT. Keeping her is like putting a dagger in my neck, who knows when she might act out.Where did I go wrong with her? How did things come this far?I thought things were going fine with Claire, I thought I had only Matthew to deal with but they keep piling up.45 minutes after I arrived in Vegas, Carol, my driver waved me off, a broad smile appearing on his face.“It has been a long time sir, it's so nice to see you again,” he s
(Claire’s Pov)If running into Jonathan's past was going to be a thing then it best I stay clear from anything that would lead to such a scene.“You know me” I finally asked herLaura smiled, her eyes mischievous, “why wouldn't I, the last time I met Jonathan he wouldn't stop talking about you” she trailed off.She met Jonathan, this is getting interesting, what other lies has Jonathan been hiding from me?So much for getting to trust one another my foot. “Well since you know our history, it was nice meeting you,” I told her Turning my attention back to my car.“At first I was pissed when he got married, I thought I was going to be the one,” She said.I paused again, what the hell was she saying, why wouldn't she just quit talking?“Jonathan and I have been college sweetheart, I had to leave to chase my dream, and he promised to wait and when I got back.., well you know the story from there” I turned to look her in the eye, “I know nothing dear, you should finish your story next time